About Us

Founded in 1832 the Ravenna First United Methodist Church has
faithfully served God and others continually since that time. After a couple of
temporary locations, a church building was built in 1857 near the present
location on South Prospect Street. The present building (which includes the
sanctuary) was built in 1916 and dedicated in 1917. The education wing was added in 1959.

The congregation takes its mandate to serve God and to serve the
people of Ravenna, Portage County and beyond very seriously. We have
reached out in ways that make a difference to people because God's love is meant
to be put into action.

In February 2006 we began our "Loaves and Fishes" program in which a
free meal is provided every Saturday morning. About 12 area churches from
several denominations take turns preparing and serving this meal. 85 to 100
people are served every week.